Help shape the future of Southside Trails at March 11 community event

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- Mar 05, 2026

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – The City of Grand Rapids Department of Parks and Recreation is inviting residents to help shape the future of neighborhood trails at its upcoming Southside Creekways: Trail Conversations community engagement event on Wednesday, March 11.

What: Southside Creekways: Trail Conversations

When: Wednesday, March 11 from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Where: MLK Park Community Center (900 Fuller Ave SE)

The event is part of the Southside Creekways project which is reimagining the Silver Creek and Plaster Creek corridors as a connected system that enhances recreation, mobility, and quality of life for residents and businesses across southeast Grand Rapids

Community members are welcome to stop by at any time during this family-friendly event. Optional presentations about the project will be offered at 12:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. Lunch will be available beginning at noon and dinner beginning at 5:30 p.m., while food lasts.

Throughout the day, guests will have opportunities to:

  • Meet Community Leadership Team (CLT) members
  • Share input on project goals and priorities
  • Help shape and refine route options outlined by the CLT

City staff and project partners will be available to answer questions and gather feedback that will help guide future planning and design decisions. A Spanish language interpreter will be available. Attendees are encouraged to bring family members, friends and neighbors to share their input as well.

For more information about the project, please visit publicinput.com/southsidecreekways.